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Facilities Security Specialists
University of UtahSalt Lake City, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026
💰 $28,000/yr
About the role
Details
Open Date
08/13/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17347N
Job Title
Facilities Security Specialists
Working Title
UMFA Protection Services
Career Progression Track
S00
Track Level
S1 - Entry Level Support
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
1-19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Assigned shifts vary dependent upon other staff members.
Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-6:00pm |Wednesday 7:30am-9:00pm | Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-6:00pm
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
13.65
Close Date
10/23/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
08/24/2026
Job Summary
Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-6:00pm |Wednesday 7:30am-9:00pm | Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-6:00pm
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.
The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region. Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and collections, the UMFA advances understanding of the visual arts and their role in shaping and reflecting the human experience.
Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.
Responsibilities
The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region. Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and collections, the UMFA advances understanding of the visual arts and their role in shaping and reflecting the human experience.
Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.
Building Security and Safety: Secure UMFA buildings to prevent theft and property damage by locking and unlocking doors, turning off lights and electrical devices after hours, and applying preventive measures to minimize hazards. Ensure guests understand and follow museum rules to protect the UMFA’s collection.
Patrols and Surveillance: Conduct regular patrols of the UMFA, inspecting doors, windows, and controlled spaces to check for damage to the collection, building maintenance needs, and any other changes to the environment. Camera and security systems monitoring is also a part of daily surveillance.
Emergency Response and Support: Assist the Fire Department and First Responders during emergencies by unlocking buildings for entry, helping with crowd control, applying first-aid, and contacting University Police when necessary.
Customer Service and Community Support: Work closely with other front of house teams, management, and the public to ensure a secure, friendly, and welcoming experience for all visitors to UMFA, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere.
Log Maintenance and Incident Reporting: Maintain accurate logs of security activities and incidents, report potential security issues to department heads, and any illegal behavior to University Police.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Facilities Security Specialist, I: Requires little to no related experience.
Some customer service experience; one year security experience or equivalency; successfully pass a background check; demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required. A valid Utah Driver’s License preferred. CPR and AED certification preferred.
Special Instructions Summary
This position is open to work study awarded students.
Please include a list of availability and/or a class schedule.
Additional Information
Please include a list of availability and/or a class schedule.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or
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